[geologist]

I remember being an idealist as a college age person, and for awhile after that ... called real life.

Work and taxes are an immensely valued lesson for most people. Nothing gets through to a person like those facts when they occur.

My neighor was in Italy during our november election. They reported that many people there “protest daily”, and seem to be “always protesting” against something... as if it was their job.

They were ‘celebrating’ in the streets when Obama won the election.

Interesting.

[tpanther]

Been to Italy a couple of times in the mid 70’s...and it amazes me they’re not communist by now. I mean officially, fully.

I don’t know what’s kept them afloat all this time...God’s will, the Catholic church, a combination of things, but it’s so sad for such a beautiful place with a rich history, etc.